Bill Romanowski

Bill Romanowski

American football player

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Bill Romanowski (born April 2, 1966) is a former American football linebacker who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 16 seasons. He was known for his aggressive playing style and durability, having played 243 consecutive games, an NFL record for a linebacker.

Early life and education

Romanowski was born in Rockville, Connecticut. He attended Rockville High School, where he excelled in football. He later attended Boston College, where he played college football for the Eagles and earned All-American honors.

Professional career

Romanowski was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round of the 1988 NFL Draft. He played for the 49ers from 1988 to 1993, winning two Super Bowl titles (XXIII and XXIV). In 1994, he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he played for two seasons.

In 1996, Romanowski joined the Denver Broncos, where he became a key player on defense. He helped the Broncos win two consecutive Super Bowls (XXXII and XXXIII). Romanowski was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1996 and 1998.

Romanowski finished his career with the Oakland Raiders, playing from 2002 to 2003. He played in his fifth Super Bowl with the Raiders in Super Bowl XXXVII, although the team lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Controversies

Throughout his career, Romanowski was involved in several on-field incidents, including altercations with teammates and opponents. He was fined multiple times by the NFL for his conduct. Despite these controversies, he was known for his intense preparation and commitment to the game.

Post-football career

After retiring from professional football, Romanowski pursued various business ventures, including a nutritional supplement company. He has also worked as a sports commentator and appeared in several films and television shows.

Personal life

Romanowski is married and has two children. He has been open about his use of performance-enhancing drugs during his career and has advocated for better health and wellness practices for athletes.

See also

• List of NFL players with 1000 tackles
• List of Super Bowl champions
• List of Pro Bowl players

Related pages

• San Francisco 49ers
• Philadelphia Eagles
• Denver Broncos
• Oakland Raiders
• Super Bowl
• Pro Bowl
• Boston College Eagles football

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